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Should I get my new Mustang immediately washed and waxed?

Old May 4, 2010 | 04:57 PM
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Yes. They will run around $15/ea if good ones.
I think I paid more than that.

You CAN get very good MF stuff. The problem is "microfiber" is so over-used and describes anything with a specific thread density. But seriously, you could have a burlap microfiber but I'm not sure you'd want to polish your car with it. Cotton is, very simply, one thing and one thing only: 100% natural.

Don't get me wrong, I'm a firm believer in synthetics for a lot of things. But I am very reluctant to use something just because it has the "MF" label. Jokerstars -- if you get some good MF products, you'll be fine.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 05:00 PM
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I like Autogeek.net

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Old May 4, 2010 | 05:02 PM
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Jokerstars - I have been using this place for all my MF needs and other supplies. I buy their ultra plush MF towels.

www.pakshak.com
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Old May 4, 2010 | 05:47 PM
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I think another trick to MF is to only buy the very soft and more expensive MF, AND know how to use them. The ones that I bought were just of average quality. I did get a better quality one that I do use on my bike occasionally, and so far it's been OK (but no better than cotton, it just hasn't caused any damage). If you get MF, like I said get the good ones, WASH them with, but DO NOT PLACE IN DRYER. Just let them air dry. (Heat from drying them can damage the fibers in MF). If you do that you'll probably be OK, but I just find that they don't do any better job than cotton but are more hassle.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 07:01 PM
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Should I claybar my new mustang as well?


Also, anyone recommend a good acrylic spray for touchups in between Klasse sealant sessions?
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Old May 4, 2010 | 07:02 PM
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Claybar should be first thing you do. Wait till you see how much rust is on the paint from the trip over.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 07:55 PM
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Originally Posted by jokerstars
Should I claybar my new mustang as well?


Also, anyone recommend a good acrylic spray for touchups in between Klasse sealant sessions?
I use Pinnacle Crystal Mist Carnauba Detail Spray, works great for me.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 08:24 PM
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I use Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0. Easy to apply, easy to remove. Gives a great shine and lasts several months. I prefer synthetic sealants to carnauba wax because they offer superior protection and last longer. Some people prefer the shine of carnauba. Either way you can't go wrong.


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Old May 4, 2010 | 09:10 PM
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Great info guys. What's the best thing to use on black in extreme heat environments (like Texas)?
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Old May 4, 2010 | 09:15 PM
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Originally Posted by fritzOSU03
Great info guys. What's the best thing to use on black in extreme heat environments (like Texas)?
clearkote products are great in the heat.

www.clearkote.com
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Old May 4, 2010 | 09:15 PM
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Originally Posted by fritzOSU03
Great info guys. What's the best thing to use on black in extreme heat environments (like Texas)?
I always put down 5 coats of Zaino Z5 with Z2 in between, then Zaino CS the whole thing.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 09:28 PM
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Wax in early morning or late afternoon, whatever is cooler; and never in direct sunlight.

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Old May 4, 2010 | 09:31 PM
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Originally Posted by WaltM
Wax in early morning or late afternoon, whatever is cooler; and never in direct sunlight.
Zaino polishes can be used on a hot day in direct sunlight.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 10:20 PM
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Anyone who gets anything other than car wash at a local auto parts store is in for a rude awakening.

If you do decide to go MF, don't buy the bulk bags unless you're using them for anything OTHER than removing polish/sealant/wax. Not good for it at all. I use the collection of the Cobra MF towels for wax removal, nothing else.

Also, no matter what, sunlight is the best judge of your work, but the worst to actually work in. Pull it in the garage and keep the paint cooler and you'll have more time to work on the car. Invest in a $30 light gun from Autogeek if you're really worried and check your work that way.

I typically buy my stuff from Autogeek, Detailers Domain, Poorboy's website, or the local paint supply shop, since they have Meg's #105 and #205 in stock for a reasonable price. If you're going to buy anything at an Autozone, go with Gold Class only. There's nothing else really IMO that is worth your money. Even still, GC is at the "bottom" of the detailing world in terms of product. NXT is alright (check the post earlier on what it really is) but I'd go with a higher quality sealant if it were me.
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Old May 4, 2010 | 10:33 PM
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Here are the products I use

Wash: Optimum No Rinse Wash & Shine
Polish / Sealant: Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0
Quick Detailer: Wolfgang Deep Gloss Spritz Sealant
Tires: Optimum Opti-Bond Tire Gel
Plastic/Rubber/Vinyl/Leather Protectant: 303 Aerospace Protectant
Leather Conditioner: Pinnacle Leather Conditioner
Clear Plastic (Headlights/Fogs/Tail Lights/Side Markers): Plexus Plastic Cleaner
Windows: Stoner Invisible Glass
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Old May 5, 2010 | 02:57 AM
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Originally Posted by eci
Zaino polishes can be used on a hot day in direct sunlight.
That's fine, Maybe he'll not use Zaino...
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Old May 5, 2010 | 06:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Adam2004
I use Wolfgang Deep Gloss Paint Sealant 3.0. Easy to apply, easy to remove. Gives a great shine and lasts several months. I prefer synthetic sealants to carnauba wax because they offer superior protection and last longer. Some people prefer the shine of carnauba. Either way you can't go wrong.

I have used Wolfgang as well and it is good stuff!! Your car looks good, any more pictures?
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Old May 5, 2010 | 06:17 AM
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Originally Posted by eci
I always put down 5 coats of Zaino Z5 with Z2 in between, then Zaino CS the whole thing.
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Old May 5, 2010 | 06:30 AM
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Hey I was thinking about coating my car in this new product called Liquid Glass.

http://www.physorg.com/news184310039.html

It was supposed to be released to retail a couple months ago, has anyone heard any news about this? This looks like it could protect pretty much every surface in and around the car.
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Old May 5, 2010 | 07:50 AM
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Originally Posted by HokieCodeMonkey
Hey I was thinking about coating my car in this new product called Liquid Glass.

http://www.physorg.com/news184310039.html

It was supposed to be released to retail a couple months ago, has anyone heard any news about this? This looks like it could protect pretty much every surface in and around the car.
I'd wait until an automotive specific product is developed before I'd buy a generic spray-on coating.
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